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/ˈnætʃrəl/
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It describes things that exist in nature rather than being made by humans, qualities that are innate or typical, and also serves as a noun for a person with innate talent or a legal natural person.

Examples

  • The young natural amazed everyone with his piano skills.
  • She has a natural talent for languages.
  • Her natural sense of rhythm helped her dance.
  • Given the weather, a natural delay was anticipated.
  • The audience recognized the natural as a future star.

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prodigy
gifted person
unprocessed
individual
customary
talented individual
phenom
innate
intrinsic

Meanings

Existing in or produced by nature

adjective
everyday
neutral
Not made or caused by humans, referring to objects, substances, or processes that occur in the natural world.

Examples

  • The natural landscape attracted many hikers.
  • She prefers natural fabrics over synthetics.
  • The natural sound of the river soothed the campers.
  • Scientists study natural processes to understand climate change.
  • The natural color of the stone was a deep gray.
  • He chose a natural remedy for his cold.

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Innate or inherent

adjective
psychology
neutral
Describing a quality, talent, or disposition that a person or thing possesses without learning or training.

Examples

  • She has a natural talent for languages.
  • His natural charisma made him a great leader.
  • The child showed a natural ability to solve puzzles.
  • Her natural sense of rhythm helped her dance.
  • He possesses a natural gift for mathematics.
  • The dog displayed a natural instinct to protect its owner.

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Typical or expected

adjective
everyday
neutral
Conforming to what is usual, normal, or expected in a given situation.

Examples

  • It is natural to feel nervous before a performance.
  • Given the weather, a natural delay was anticipated.
  • Her natural response was to laugh.
  • The natural course of events led to the conclusion.
  • It was natural for the crowd to cheer.
  • A natural part of the process is cleaning the equipment.

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A person with innate talent

noun
everyday
neutral
Someone who displays a natural ability or skill in a particular area.

Examples

  • The young natural amazed everyone with his piano skills.
  • She is a natural when it comes to painting.
  • He proved to be a natural in mathematics during the competition.
  • The coach praised the natural for his quick learning.
  • Even at ten, the natural could code complex programs.
  • The audience recognized the natural as a future star.

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A natural person

noun
legal
formal
In law, a human being as opposed to a juridical or artificial entity.

Examples

  • Only a natural may file a lawsuit in this jurisdiction.
  • The law distinguishes between a natural and a juridical entity.
  • A natural is liable for personal debts.
  • The registration requires proof of being a natural.
  • Rights granted to a natural include voting.
  • The court ruled that the natural was responsible for the breach.

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Etymology

From Latin naturalis ‘of nature’, from natura ‘nature’, related to natus ‘born’.

FAQ

What does natural mean in everyday language?

Natural describes things that exist in nature, not made by humans, such as forests, stones, or raw materials.

How is natural used to describe innate abilities?

When referring to a person’s natural talent, it means the ability is inherent and does not require training.

Can natural refer to a person with talent?

Yes, a natural can be a noun meaning someone who shows exceptional innate skill in a field.

What is the legal meaning of natural?

In law, natural denotes a human being, distinguishing a natural person from a corporate or juridical entity.

Is natural ever used as a noun for a human being?

Yes, in legal contexts natural is a noun meaning a human being, as opposed to an artificial entity.

What is the origin of the word natural?

The term comes from Latin naturalis ‘of nature’, derived from natura ‘nature’.

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